BERKNER HIGH SCHOOL
BERKNER H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the RICHARDSON ISD school district, located in RICHARDSON, TX with about 2,642 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 174 teachers, BERKNER H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
L.V. Berkner High School, located in Richardson, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Richardson Independent School District (RISD). Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and specialized pathways designed to prepare students for both collegiate and professional futures.
Beyond its academic offerings, Berkner High School is deeply integrated into the local community and is recognized for its robust extracurricular culture. The school hosts an active fine arts program, various competitive UIL athletic teams, and numerous student-led organizations that foster leadership and school spirit. Known for its "Ram" pride, Berkner emphasizes a balanced environment that focuses on student achievement, character development, and creating a supportive, inclusive atmosphere for its diverse student body.
For more information, contact BERKNER H S at (469) 593-7000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
RICHARDSON, TX 75081-5399
(469) 593-7000
BERKNER HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RICHARDSON, TX with about 2,642 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- RICHARDSON ISD
- Total Students:
- 2,642
- Teachers:
- 174.76
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,642 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 36.1%
- Black or African American
- 27.6%
- White
- 19.2%
- Asian
- 13.8%
- Two or more races
- 2.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.